Feline leukemia virus is a retrovirus that infects cats. FeLV can be transmitted from infected cats when the transfer of saliva or nasal secretions is involved.
Preliminary data from a small study in Malayan cats indicated a reduction in viral RNA load and one small case study in Australian cats did not provide convincing support for the use of RetroMAD1 for the treatment of progressively FeLV-infected cats.
Your cat's FeLV diagnosis doesn't have to be hopeless. Here's what modern treatment options and supportive care can actually achieve for your feline friend.
Leukemia is never good news. Is the disease just as bad if it's diagnosed in cats? Find out what it is and how it is treated in felines.
Unfortunately, leukemia and lymphoma due to FeLV often do not respond well to treatment. If your cat is persistently infected with FeLV, I highly recommend making a comprehensive end of life care plan for them as soon as they are diagnosed.
Unfortunately, there is no cure for feline leukemia virus. Some positive cats can live without major complications for years with routine veterinary care, proper feeding and care, minimal stress, and avoidance of secondary infections.
Feline leukemia is a serious virus that can have a high mortality rate in some cats. Learn the symptoms, treatments and how to prevent feline leukemia in cats.
Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is one of the most common infectious causes of disease of cats globally. Infection with FeLV can cause a variety of clinical signs, impacting a cat's longevity and quality of life.
